equine research and information
Insulin resistant horses should be removed from pasture in climates where the night temperatures start to get cold. And ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone) starts to rise during mid-summer, increasing the risk for laminitis.
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The horse’s mind and the body are connected in such a way that what influences one has a dramatic impact on the other.
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If your horse is thin, extra food may not be the only answer. There are several other factors that can impact a horse’s ability to maintain a good weight.
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Most commercially fortified feeds contain more omega 6s than omega 3s, which creates an imbalance that can result in elevated inflammation throughout the horse’s body.
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While pharmaceuticals may have their place in extreme allergic reactions, choosing natural remedies will not only relieve symptoms but will help the body heal.
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Many veterinarians are finding the use of lecithin, along with apple pectin, to be very intriguing in its apparent health benefits in preventing and treating gastric lesions.
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Honoring and respecting the way a horse is designed is the key to quality living. It means a life without daily suffering and fear. And it means a life where your horse can make choices.
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Is your horse’s topline less than ideal? Here are some nutritional tips to help get back on track.
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Cribbing collars may discourage the behavior, but they do not relieve the urge.
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Chia seeds are a whole food worth considering to provide essential fatty acids in their correct proportion. Here’s a look at this tiny miracle of nature and how it can benefit your horses.
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“Why should you care about the protein quality of your horse’s diet, and what whole food protein sources are available?”
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Cannabis sativa L. is the “umbrella term” for the plants known as hemp and marijuana. Marijuana is particularly high in THC, the cannabinoid that creates a psychoactive “high.” CBD, on the other hand, does not create this effect.
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The cause of most ulcers is not having access to forage at all times, 24/7, all day and all night.
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Sweating from work, or heat and humidity increases a horse’s need for salt. It also increases the need for other electrolytes, such as potassium, calcium, and magnesium.
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There are fairly predictable changes, however, that go along with growing old, no matter what age they become noticeable.
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No fancy new feed or supplement will truly matter without first meeting five foundational principles that are true for all horses, regardless of age, breed, condition, or purpose.
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Four directions amino acids can take – and the importance of feeding several protein sources.
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The love affair with soy is starting to fade. An increasing number of horse feed manufacturers are coming out with soy-free lines following consumer demand.
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All body systems, including cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, reproductive, neuromuscular, and skeletal systems depend on exercise to remain sound.
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Restricting forage where the stomach becomes empty is the main cause of behavioral issues.
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